Football: Bale 100 per cent committed to Real, claims agentLONDON (AFP) – Gareth Bale is still “100 per cent” committed to Real Madrid despite speculation over his future, the Wales star’s agent insisted on Monday (April 29). Former Tottenham winger Bale has been linked with a return to the Premier...

Football: Messi uncertainty does not affect Madrid 'Clasico' plans, says SolariMADRID (REUTERS) - Real Madrid coach Santiago Solari hopes Barcelona captain Lionel Messi is fit to face his side in Wednesday's Copa del Rey semi-final first leg for the good of the game - but he added that the Argentine's presence would not...

Football: Emotional Diego Godin to leave Atletico Madrid after nine-year stayMADRID (REUTERS) - Atletico Madrid captain Diego Godin is leaving the club after nine years when his contract expires in June, the Uruguayan defender said at a news conference on Tuesday (May 7), fighting to hold back tears.Godin, 33, has played...

Improved Saudis impress coach with North Korea routDUBAI • Saudi Arabia coach Juan Antonio Pizzi has praised his players for their commitment to learn and improve, following the 4-0 Asian Cup Group E thrashing of North Korea on Tuesday.The Saudis, humbled at last year's World Cup in Russia, looked far more at home in...

Football: Liverpool's Klopp hails Man United quality ahead of Premier League clashLONDON (AFP) - Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Manchester United have "unbelievable quality" despite their struggles this season, playing down his own team's growing injury problems ahead of Sunday's (Dec 16) Premier League clash.Liverpool...